Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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