Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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