Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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