Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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