Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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