Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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