Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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