Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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