Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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