Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling 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 participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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