Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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