Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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