Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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