Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Free