Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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