Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. 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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