Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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