Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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