Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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