Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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