Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online education make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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