Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also studies the most important 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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