Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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