Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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