Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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