Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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