Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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