Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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