Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand these new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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