Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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