Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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