Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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