Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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