Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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