Find out more about the educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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