Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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