Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also deals with 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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