Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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