Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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