Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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