Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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