Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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