Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with now that elearning 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 teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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