Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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