Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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