Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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