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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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