Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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