Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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