Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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