Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs 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 now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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