Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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