Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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