Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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