Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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