Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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