Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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