Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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