Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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