Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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