Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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