Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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