Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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