Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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