Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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