Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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