Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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