Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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