Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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