Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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