Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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