Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mongolia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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