Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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