Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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