Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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