Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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