Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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