Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand these new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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