Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning have enabled students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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