Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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