Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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