Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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