Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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