Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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