Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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