Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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