Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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