Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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