Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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