Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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