Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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