Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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