Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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