Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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