Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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