Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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