Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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