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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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