Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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