Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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