Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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