Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education