Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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