Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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