Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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