Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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