Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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