Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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