Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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