Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology enable students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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