Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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