Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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