Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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