Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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