Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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