Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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