Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology enable people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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