Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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