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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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