Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand these open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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