Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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