Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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