Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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