Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in elearning are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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