Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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