Find out more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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