Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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