Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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