Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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