Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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