Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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