Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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