Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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