Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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