Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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