Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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