Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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