Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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