Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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