Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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