Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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