Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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