Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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