Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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