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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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