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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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