Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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