Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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