Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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