Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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