Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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