Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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