Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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