Learn more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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