Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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