Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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