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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also describes 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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