Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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