Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand these new open educational experiments. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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