Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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