Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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