Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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