Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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