Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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