Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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