Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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