Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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