Find out more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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