Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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