Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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