Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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