Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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