Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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