Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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