Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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