Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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