Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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