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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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