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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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