Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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