Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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