Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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