Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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