Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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