Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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