Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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