Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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