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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education 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 certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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