Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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