Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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