Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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