Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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