Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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