Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are empowering students all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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