Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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