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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major 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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