Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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