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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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