Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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