Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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