Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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