Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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