Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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