Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online education make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling 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 learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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