Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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