Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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