Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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