Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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