Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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