Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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