Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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