Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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