Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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