Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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