Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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