Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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