Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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