Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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