Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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