Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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