Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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