Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology are enabling students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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