Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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