Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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