Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in digital education technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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