Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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