Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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