Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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