Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Gabon to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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