Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Togo to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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