Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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