Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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