Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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