Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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