Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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