Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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