Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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