Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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