Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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