Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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