Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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