Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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