Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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