Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in digital education technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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