Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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