Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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