Find out more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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