Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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