Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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