Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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