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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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