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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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