Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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