Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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