Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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