Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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