Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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