Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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