Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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