Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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