Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand these new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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