Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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