Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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