Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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