Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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