Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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