Find out more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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