Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education experiments. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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