Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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