Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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