Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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