Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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