Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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