Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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