Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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