Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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