Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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