Find out more about the educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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