Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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