Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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