Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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