Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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