Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yemen to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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