Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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