Find out more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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