Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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