Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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