Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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