Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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