Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational experiments. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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