Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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