Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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