Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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