Find out more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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