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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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