Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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