Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes 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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