Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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