Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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