Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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