Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in digital education technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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