Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology enable humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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