Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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