Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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