Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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