Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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