Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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