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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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