Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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