Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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