Learn more about this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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