Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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