Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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