Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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