Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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