Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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