Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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