Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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