Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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