Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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