Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in digital education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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