Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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