Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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