Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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