Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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