Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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