Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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