Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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