Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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