Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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