Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers 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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