Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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