Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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