Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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