Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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