Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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