Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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