Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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