Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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