Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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