Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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