Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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