Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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