Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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