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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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