Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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