Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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