Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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