Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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