Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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