Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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