Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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