Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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