Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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