Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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