Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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