Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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