Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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