Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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