Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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