Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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