Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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