Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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