Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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