Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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