Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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