Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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