Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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