Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open education experiments. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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