Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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