Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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