Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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