Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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