Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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