Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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