Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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