Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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