Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and lots of other participants need to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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