Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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