Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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