Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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