Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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