Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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