Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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