Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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