Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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