Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring 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 examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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