Find out more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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