Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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