Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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