Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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