Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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