Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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