Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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