Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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