Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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