Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major 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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