Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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