Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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