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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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