Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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