Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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