Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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