Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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