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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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