Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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