Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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