Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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