Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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