Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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