Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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