Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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