Find out more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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