Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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