Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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