Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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