Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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