Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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