Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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