Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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