Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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