Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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