Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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