Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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