Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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