Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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