Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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