Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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