Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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