Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology enable humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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