Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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