Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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