Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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