Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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