Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational experiments. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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