Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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