Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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