Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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