Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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