Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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