Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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