Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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