Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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