Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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