Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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