Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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