Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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