Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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