Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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