Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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