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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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