Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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