Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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