Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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