Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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