Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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