Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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