Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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