Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning enable learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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