Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online education have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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