Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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