Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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