Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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