Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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