Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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