Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to be more aware of these new open education experiments. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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