Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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