Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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