Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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