Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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