Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in elearning technology have enabled students all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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