Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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