Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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