Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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