Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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