Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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