Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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