Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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