Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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