Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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