Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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