Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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