Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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