Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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