Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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