Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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