Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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