Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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