Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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