Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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