Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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