Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Greece to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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