Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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