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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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