Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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