Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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