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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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