Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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