Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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