Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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