Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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