Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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