Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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