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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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