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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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