Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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