Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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