Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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