Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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