Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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