Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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