Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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